IMMS Family Flier
October 25, 2026
A Note from Ms. Thomas and Mr. Jondle
Dear Indian Mound Families,
We’re looking forward to connecting with families during conferences on Wednesday and Thursday! Our 8th graders had a great time exploring at UW Science Fest, and our 7th graders enjoyed their Community Day experiences. We’re excited for the learning and activities ahead, including our upcoming swimming unit.
Please check the dates and information below and help your student come prepared with everything they’ll need for swimming.
Thank you for your continued partnership and support of our IMMS scholars!
In Service,
Jamie Thomas, Principal
Brett Jondle, Associate Principal
Top Topics :)
😀Swim Unit
😀Pictures from field trips
😀 Family Conferences: October 28th and 29th
Swim Unit
October 26-November 10
- 6th grade: Mr. Hartlaub's classes
- 7th grade: Mr. Hartlaub's classes and Ms. Madeiros Core 6
- 8th grade Mr. Hartlaub's classes
November 11-24
- 6th grade: Ms. Madeiros' classes and Mr. Wilberg's classes
- 7th grade: Ms Madeiros' core 4 and Mr. Wilberg's classes
- 8th grade: Ms. Madeiros' classes and Mr. Wilberg's classes
Students need to bring:
Swimsuit (no 2 piece suits/t-shirt over swimsuit is ok)
Towel
Sandals for walking on the pool deck is a good idea
Hair tie for long hair is preferred
Goggles are option but encouraged
Lotion is optional but encouraged
Note: Students need a valid medical reason to be excused. Students that are excused will need to walk the pool deck during class as well as complete 2 essays related to swimming fitness and safety.
UW Science Fest
IMMS 8th graders visited UW-Madison's Science Fest on Tuesday, October 20th and received a crash course on dozens of science fields ranging from oceanic and atmospheric sciences to the physics of sound and light. Students were able to meet with scientists as they engaged with an array of displays and tabletop experiments in the Discovery Building on the UW campus. From there, groups of students led by IMMS teachers walked campus to a variety of labs and museums such as the D.C. Smith Greenhouse and the Geology Museum. 8th graders took notes throughout the day and discussed what they learned in their science classes.
7th Grade Community Day- A Huge Success
Last Friday, our 7th grade scholars participated in their first Community Day of the year! We walked to McFarland Primary School, where each 7th grader was paired with a first grader for a reading buddy experience. These are the same first graders our students will be making bears for in their Family and Consumer Science classes!
Our 7th graders were excited to meet their reading buddies and did a stellar job building connections with their younger peers. In the afternoon, students participated in fun activities focused on teamwork and community building.
We’ll reconnect with our first grade buddies in the spring and take part in a variety of service projects throughout our local community. Stay tuned for opportunities to get involved in future 7th grade Community Day events!
Upcoming PTO Events & Volunteer Opportunities
Upcoming PTO Events & Opportunities
There’s always something happening with the McFarland EC-8 PTO, and we love having our families and community be part of it!
Thank You for a Successful Trunk or Treat!
A huge thank you to all the community members, families, volunteers, and donors who helped make this year’s Trunk or Treat such a success! From decorating trunks and donating treats to volunteering your time, your generosity made a difference. We’re grateful for everyone who helped create a fun, memorable experience for our students and families!
Get ahead and email us to reserve your parking spot for next year!
November 12 — PTO Meeting: Open House Nights
Our PTO will be supporting our school community during Open House Nights. We welcome parents and caregivers who want to get involved, share ideas, or lend a hand in supporting our students and staff.
PTO Meeting Details
Time: 7:00 PM
Location: McFarland Municipal Center
Save the Date for Upcoming PTO Meetings
January 5 — Conference Snacks / Open House Nights
February 3 — Spring Fundraiser: Read-a-thon
April 8 — Staff Appreciation / No Hassle
May 18 — All Parent/Principal
All PTO meetings are held at 7:00 PM in the Training Room at the McFarland Municipal Center.
Every Bit Helps!
You don’t have to attend every PTO meeting or make a big time commitment to make a difference. An hour of your time, a donated item, or simply spreading the word can go a long way toward creating memorable experiences for our students and supporting our staff.
Visit mcfarlandpto.org and check the Volunteer / Calendar section for upcoming sign-ups and ways to get involved.
Follow along on our Facebook page to stay up to date on everything, too!
Together, we make a difference for our Spartans!
Student Pick Up Locations' Reminders
To ensure a safe, organized, and smooth traffic flow during drop-off and dismissal, please review the following updates regarding our arrival and pick-up procedures:
No Parking or Drop-Off at the American Legion: The American Legion parking lot is strictly off-limits for student drop-off and pick-up.
Avoid Waiting on Burma Road: Stopping, standing, or waiting along Burma Road causes heavy congestion and prevents school buses from passing safely. Please do not park along the shoulder or stop short of the high school lot.
Approved Pick-Up & Drop-Off Locations: Please arrange to meet your student at one of our official, supervised locations:
McFarland High School (MHS)
MHS Pool
Indian Mound Middle School (IMMS)
Please review these designated locations with your child and adjust your routines accordingly. Thank you for your cooperation and partnership in keeping our school community safe!
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7th/8th Grade Boys Basketball
Parents of 7th & 8th Grade Boys,
The season will start on Monday October 26th.
Online registration through Infinite Campus is now open.
1.Complete the Fall Sports Registration on Infinite Campus.
2.Pay the $100 sports fee via Infinite Campus
3.Attend the specific Fall sports meeting set up by the head coach at IMMS. This information is listed below.
4.Have a current WIAA Medical Clearance/Eligibility form on file with the athletic department, dated after 3/31/2025. Physical forms need to have a doctor's signature, the date of exam, and a parent signature to be complete . Forms are available by accessing this link WIAA Medical Eligibility Form . Once the form is completed, please email it to Leah Poulos at poulosl@mcfsd.org as a PDF attachment. We will update Infinite Campus with your child's physical date and file the form. Physical forms are good for 2 school years.
NOTE: All steps need to be completed before an athlete can practice.
If you have questions regarding fees, please access this LINK for more information.
IMMS Sports Registration Instructions
Log into the Infinite Campus Parent Portal
Select "School Store" on the index.
Click "Shop" under IMMS
Click "Products" under Sports
Click "View" under the Sports Registration Product
Read all instructions
Open Athletic Code link and read
Open Concussion & Sudden Cardiac Arrest info and read
If your child needs a physical, open and print the Physical Form link
Select the student you are registering in the "Recipient" drop-down
Select the sport for that student in the "Activity Options" drop-down
Click the link titled "Sports Registration Form" and fill out all information.
On the last page of the Sports Registration Form, sign the document by clicking on the red icon that resembles a piece of paper and pencil.
In the Sign/Decline Dialog box, click "Sign".
Click Submit
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: Under "Optional Uploads" you can upload your student's signed physical form, if applicable. Please note that if all required dates/signatures are not on the upload, the form will be declined.
Click "Add to Cart"
Optional - if you have other children to sign up for sports, repeat the above for them.
- IMPORTANT:
Go to "My Cart" EVEN IF THE AMOUNT YOU OWE IS $0.00 . Enter in the payment information.
Click "Submit" on the cart checkout page. You should receive a receipt to the email that is displayed on that page.
Directions and Screenshots can be viewed with this LINK
How to locate your child's physical date on Infinite Campus
Use the following link to login to Infinite Campus Parent Portal
Click on the three horizontal bars (menu) located at the top left hand corner
Select "More" and look for the selection "Athletic Registration"
Make sure to have your child selected in the top right hand corner of the page
If the physical date is listed after 3/31/2025 then the physical is good for the school year.
If you have any questions, please contact Leah Poulos at poulosl@mcfsd.org or 838-4505
🔥 SUPERCHARGE YOUR SPEED & AGILITY THIS WINTER! ⚡
Build explosive speed, agility, and power with MRAP’s Spartan Performance Training! Led by Coach Robert Cunningham, this 4-week course is open to ALL sports and athletes in grades 6-12.
Location: MHS Weight Room
Session I: Jan 11 – Feb 3 (Reg. deadline: Jan 4)
Session II: Feb 8 – Mar 3 (Reg. deadline: Feb 1)
Times: 6th–8th Grade: 5:30–6:30 PM | 9th–12th Grade: 6:30–7:30 PM
Spots are limited—lock in your athlete's spot today!
Register at MRAPNews.com or call 608-838-4666
Important Dates
Oct. 26: Boys Basketball - First Day of Practice
Oct. 28: Family Teacher Conferences 3:30-7
Oct. 29: No School - PD Day
Oct. 29: Conferences 2:30-6:30
Oct. 30: No School
Looking ahead:
Nov. 4: 7th/8th Band Solo Festival 4:15-8:00 @ IMMS
Nov. 5: 6th Grade Band/Choir/Orchestra Concert 7:00 @ PAC
Nov. 18: Choir/Orchestra Solo/Ensemble 4:15-8:00 @ IMMS
Nov. 25-27: No school - Fall Break
Dec. 3: 7th-8th Orchestra Concert 7:00 @ PAC
Dec. 16: Choir Concert IMMS/MHS 7:00 @ PAC
Dec. 21 - Jan. 1: No School - Winter Break
Jan. 13: 7th/8th Band Concert 7:00 @ PAC
Special Event
Family Information Regarding Student Learning
Below, you will find the "Hubs" (aka Task-List) for each grade level and Related Arts. You can click on the "Hub" to get information on what your scholar is doing in class, assignments, and assessments. As always, please use Infinite Campus to look up progress grades and turned in assignments.
Here are some helpful tips and videos that may be useful:
How to log-in to Infinite Campus (38 second video) or HelpDoc
How to check your scholar’s missing assignments (2 min. video) or HelpDoc
What are Conduct and Effort Scores? (2.5 min. video)
How to check your scholar’s Conduct and Effort Scores (3 min. video) or HelpDoc
Worth Repeating
😀Ways to Submit a Doctor’s Note for Absences:
Text a screenshot of the MyChart appointment or document to (608) 579-0991
Email a screenshot or document of the MyChart appointment/doctor’s note to immsattendance@mcfsd.org
Bring a physical copy to the IMMS front office
If your child is sick but does not see a doctor in person, you can use the MyChart message center to submit your child’s symptoms and request a doctor’s note.
😀Opportunity to Support IMMS Staff Through Coffee Donations: Parents will often ask for ways to support the staff here at IMMS. If you are someone wishing to do just that, we have a great idea for you. Please consider providing caffeinated ground coffee or K-cups for our staff. You can either pick some up and drop it off at the main office at school or purchase it off of our registry on Amazon. Here is a link to our Staff Coffee Donations List on Amazon.
Thank you in advance.
😀 State Issued ID or Driver's License required: A quick reminder that all visitors to our buildings must have a state issued photo ID card or a valid driver's license with them the first time they register on the campus' Visitor Aware system. If a visitor does not have either form of identification, they will not be allowed into the building. Please keep this in mind as you visit any campus of the McFarland School District.
Health Services
Clothing Donation Request
The health office is in need of clothing donations. Accidents and spills can happen, we want to ensure our students have a clean/dry pair of clothing when needed. Please drop off items in the front office/health office. Thank You!
- All sizes (Youth L/XL , Adult XS-L) NEW & UNUSED underwear
- Socks
Community Events and Programs
MGM Wrestling Give It A Try Open Mats - October 12-November 12 E.D. Locke Library Grades 6-12 Skeleton Fashion Show - October 29 The Younger Brain Blueprint Dementia Presentation - October 30 Village of McFarland Comprehensive Plan Public Involvement Meeting - November 4 McFarland Caring Quilts Gallery & Reception - November 7 McFarland Youth Softball - Registration Closes November 1 E.D. Locke Library 6-12 Dungeons & Dragons - Registration opens Nov. 6 E.D. Locke Library 6-12 Crochet Club - 1st and 3rd Wednesdays E.D. Locke Library 6-12 Un-Book Club - 1st Thursdays E.D. Locke Library 6-12 Teen S.T.E.A.M. - 3rd Thursdays E.D. Locke Library 6-12 Teen Hangout - 2nd and 4th Thursdays E.D. Locke Library 6-12 Snack & Chat - Mondays E.D. Locke Library 6-12 - Volun-Teen Program E.D. Locke Library 3-5 Graphic Novel Book Club - 3rd Tuesdays E.D. Locke Library 3-5 Dungeons & Dragons Club - 4th Tuesdays E.D. Locke Library K-5 LEGO Club - 2nd and 4th Wednesdays E.D. Locke Library 3K and 4K Little Bodies Big Feelings - September-April E.D. Locke Library Magic Tree House Book Club - September-May Free Triple P Positive Parenting Online Program for WI Families
District News
Village of McFarland Comprehensive Plan Public Involvement Meeting - November 4
Music Boosters Fruit & Kringle Sale - October 26-November 8
Announcement of Vacancy - McFarland School Board Member
The School District of McFarland is seeking a fifth member to complete the term of a board member who has resigned. The term will run from the date of appointment to April of 2027. The board functions as a decision making body, providing policy and financial oversight to the district. The board seeks a collaborative individual, one who is able to represent and be open to diverse views, and interested in making a thoughtful and powerful contribution to the school district and the children it serves. Eligible candidates must be a U.S. citizen, at least 18 years of age, and a School District of McFarland resident for at least 28 consecutive days at the time of the appointment.
Declaration of Candidacy forms, including statement of interest and qualifications may be picked up at the McFarland High School main entrance - 5103 Farwell Street McFarland, WI and must be submitted by 4 p.m. on Monday, November 9, 2026.
Candidates will appear during the 7:00 p.m. November 16, 2026 McFarland School Board meeting.
🎓McFarland School Board
The School District of McFarland Annual Meeting and Budget Hearing is scheduled for October 26, 2026 at 7 p.m. to follow their 6:00 p.m. regular meeting of the School Board. The Annual Meeting is a meeting of the School District stakeholders to take action on items such as approving the budget for the 2026-27 school year, approving the District to dispose of surplus property, and determining the salaries for our elected School Board Members. Please join us to participate in this meeting if you are a U.S. citizen aged 18 years old or older and have resided in the School District of McFarland for at least 28 days. The Annual Meeting and Budget Hearing will be held in the District Office Board Room located in McFarland High School.
District Recognition Days
October is......
Bullying Prevention Month
October is Bullying Prevention Month and “Keeping Kids Safe Online Month in Wisconsin. Standing up and speaking out is one way for all of us to build a happier and safer community for all.
LGBTQIA+ History Month
October is LGBTQIA+ History Month! Let's learn about the wonderful people and moments that have contributed to and impacted our diverse society.
National Physical Therapy Month
It's National Physical Therapy Month! This is a time to embrace the physical therapy profession, spotlight the many benefits of physical therapy, and show how those in the profession can help anyone make changes to improve their quality of life.
October 2: School Custodian Appreciation Day
We appreciate the hard work of all our school custodians! Thank you for keeping our learning spaces ready each day!
October 4-10: WI School Board Appreciation Week
This week, we join the Wisconsin Association of School Boards (WASB) in celebrating Wisconsin School Board Week! Thank you to our wonderful board for their leadership and dedication to the McFarland District.
October 6: National Coaches Day
Thank you to all of our fantastic coaches for their dedication to helping students develop skills beyond the classroom.
October 9: Leif Erikson Day
Leif Erikson was an adventurous explorer who braved the oceans and became the first European to walk the shores of North America.
October 10: World Mental Health Day
It is always okay to talk about your feelings and ask for help if needed. Let's spend some time today learning ways to keep our minds healthy and supporting each other in being healthy and strong!
October 11: National Coming Out Day
Always be proud of who you are. Happy National Coming Out Day!
October 12: Christopher Columbus Day
Today we recognize Christopher Columbus. His explorations started the sustained contact between peoples in the Eastern and Western hemispheres.
October 12: Indigenous People’s Day
Wisconsin is home to 11 federally-recognized Native Nations and one federally unrecognized Nation. The historic sacrifices and great cultures of each Nation bring Wisconsin insurmountable value to the State of Wisconsin.
October 12-16: National School Lunch Week
The National School Lunch Program serves close to 30 million children every day. Take a moment to thank our wonderful food service staff for all they do to provide a healthy lunch for all of us daily.
October 15: White Cane Awareness Day
White Cane Awareness Day recognizes the independence and achievements of people who are blind
October 21: Unity Day
To uplift the message of unity schools across the country will wear orange to symbolize acceptance, inclusion, and belonging.
October 31: Halloween
Stay safe this Halloween! If you are heading out tonight, make sure someone knows your plans and watch out for traffic.
October 31 and November 1: Hmong New Year
Hmong New Year is celebrated at the end of the harvest season between October and December. It’s a time to celebrate the harvest, rejoice in the community, and thank ancestors for their sacrifices.
The McFarland School District does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, creed, pregnancy, marital status, parental status, sexual orientation, sex, (including gender status, change of sex or gender identity), or physical, mental, emotional, or learning disability (Protected Classes) in any of its student program and activities.